Settlements Analyst

Location: Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Job Type: Full‑time (Back Office)

Number of Openings: 1

Job Responsibilities

Execute daily settlement processes for power market trades, ensuring accurate and timely posting.
Reconcile trade data with counterparties and internal systems, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
Monitor and manage cash flows related to settlements, including invoicing and payment tracking.
Collaborate with trading, risk, and finance teams to support end‑to‑end trade lifecycle management.
Maintain and improve settlement documentation, procedures, and controls to meet regulatory and internal compliance standards.
Prepare regular settlement reports and dashboards for senior management and external auditors.
Assist in the development and testing of new settlement automation tools and system enhancements.
Provide subject‑matter expertise on settlement issues and act as a point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners.

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Strong understanding of settlements, trade accounting, and power market operations.
Proficiency with settlement and trade management systems (e.g., Murex, Calypso, or similar).
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
Effective communication skills in English; Japanese language proficiency is a plus.
Advanced MS Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and macros.
Ability to work independently and as part of a cross‑functional team in a fast‑paced environment.

3–7 years of hands‑on experience in settlements or trade support within the energy or power markets.
Demonstrated track record of handling high‑volume trade settlements and cash‑flow management.
Experience interfacing with regulators, auditors, and external counterparties.
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks governing power markets in Japan and internationally.